Dr. Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar resigned from all organizational posts in the Trinamool Congress on Wednesday, citing systemic corruption and misconduct within the party.

The departure of a high-ranking veteran leader signals internal instability and public dissatisfaction with the party's handling of high-profile criminal and ethical scandals.

Dastidar, a four-time Member of Parliament [1], detailed several grievances in a letter to party leadership. She specifically pointed to corruption within the public distribution system and irregularities regarding teacher appointments [2]. Her resignation also highlighted broader governance and finance irregularities that she said have plagued the organization [2].

Beyond financial misconduct, Dastidar raised alarms over the treatment of women and the handling of a tragedy at Kolkata’s RG Kar hospital. She said the death of a doctor at the facility was a primary driver for her decision [3]. Additionally, she alleged that misogynistic behavior from another MP created an untenable environment [4].

Reports indicate that Dastidar expressed deep concern over perceived party cover-ups [5]. This suggests a breakdown in trust between the party's grassroots leadership and its central administration, a tension exacerbated by the RG Kar incident.

The Trinamool Congress has not yet issued a formal response to the specific allegations of misogyny and systemic cover-ups. Dastidar's decision to step down from all organizational roles marks a significant break for a leader who has maintained a long-term presence in the party's legislative wing [1].

“Dr. Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar resigned from all organizational posts in the Trinamool Congress on Wednesday”

The resignation of a four-term MP over allegations of misogyny and corruption suggests a growing rift within the Trinamool Congress. By linking her departure to the RG Kar hospital tragedy and systemic cover-ups, Dastidar is framing the party's internal culture as incompatible with public accountability and gender safety, potentially emboldening other dissidents within the party.